Danger of "wind drift" in Istanbul: Warning issued after 16.30

Explaining that the rainy weather is expected to reach Istanbul around 16.30, Çalışkan said, "Partly heavy rain, sudden and very strong winds will be effective." he said.

Çalışkan warned that hail and small-scale tornadoes may be seen along with rain in some districts, and noted that these may cause negativities due to the sudden cooling.

Dilek Çalışkan stated that the period from 16.30 to 18.30 is risky and that the rainy weather will be effective until 20.00.

WHAT IS WIND SLIDE?

Wind shear; a meteorological event. A name given to the sudden change in wind speed or direction over a short distance in the atmosphere.

Wind shear occurs when cold or warm air fronts collide.

Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) Disaster Coordination Center (AKOM) warned the megacity due to expected rainfall.

Pointing out that there will be a sudden drop in air temperatures, AKOM said, "It is estimated that the rain will increase its effect throughout the province towards the evening hours, and may be effective in the form of showers and occasionally strong thunderstorms until the night hours." made the statement.

In the statement, it was stated that storms and heavy rainfall will continue until Sunday morning.

In the statement made by the Governorship of Istanbul, it was stated that citizens should be careful and cautious against negativities such as sudden floods, floods, lightning, tornadoes, local hail, storms and transportation disruptions.